TYS (Knoxville) to DEN (Denver) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 92%. The average delay is 80 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.TYS → DEN
TYS (Knoxville) to DEN (Denver)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 92% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 70%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 92% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 70%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from TYS
80% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. TYS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DEN
78% on timeWhen flights into DEN are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DEN: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.